Process Engineer

Giesecke+Devrient GmbH•Bolingbrook, IL

32d•$82,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The Process Engineer is responsible for providing hands-on process improvements using a combination of Engineering and Lean skill sets to support our key performance indicators of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation. Responsible for the technical components of quality in card manufacturing and services. Plans, directs and carries out work flow design and R&D assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline and/or a combination of college education
Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.
Process/Manufacturing Engineering experience in an industrial environment.
Must have proven team leadership / facilitation skill sets.
Practitioner of Six Sigma concepts (or Six Sigma certifications)
Computer proficiency and experience with general engineering software solutions.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems.
Lives the Continuous Improvement culture and can drive change.
Passionate about Lean and the attainment of key initiatives.
Strong data driven process and system methodologies.
Ability to hold self and others accountable.
Enjoys plant level, hands-on involvement in the improvement process.

Nice To Haves

Strong practical skills within a Lean manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
Experience with various manufacturing process technologies.

Responsibilities

Drive the advancement of manufacturing operational processes and material replenishment systems to meet client pull demands.
Optimize systems, flow creation, equipment performance and resources. Lead the tactical efforts towards the achievement of the strategic plan objectives.
Drive the promotion and facilitation of Lean Engineering events supporting the entire value chain. This position will focus on key cross functional process and system improvements allowing us to accelerate the standardization, stability, and simplification in the manufacturing and key client facing business processes.
Develop, enhance, and implement systems that increase efficiency and optimize all phases of service or production processes, from design to manufacturing.
Oversee, and directly participate in, process design projects, and ensure the efficient and safe functioning of all the processes related to producing a product, substance, or service.
Conduct problem solving exercises, including root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventive action implementation for plant operations. Utilizing the following:
Visual Management systems
Sustainment of 5S
Set Up Reduction - SMED methodologies
Waste Reduction
Optimizing Inventory Control/Kanban System
Line Balancing and Flow Creation
Gemba utilization, including leading huddles
Evaluate existing processes, suggest measures for improvement, and configure manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability, boost productivity, quality, and profitability, and develop best practices within the production process.
Implement methods and process designs, create prototypes, conduct testing, and make necessary modifications where required.
Consult with suppliers and vendors and make recommendations relating to materials used in the manufacturing process.
Analyze facility layout, equipment requirements and work flow, and develop plant layouts for improvement of workflow, security and safety.
Oversee installation and start-up of new equipment and processes.
Provide technical input to production and clients.
Develop programs and processes to improve the performance of cards manufactured.
Perform other related duties as assigned.